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FLEXIBLE
INSTRUMENTATION
WORKS WITH FLEXIBLE INSTRUMENTATION
The Planets (Flexible Instrumentation)—Gustav
Holst/arr. Douglas E. Wagner. Long revered as
a master composer, the works of Gustav Holst
transcribe wonderfully for the concert band. This
flex arrangement contains the themes from Venus,
the Bringer of Peace; Mars, the Bringer of War and
Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity. The best of Holst
arranged especially for your young band. (4:00)
11535675 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
Pure Imagination (from "Wonka" - Flex
Band)—Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley/arr.
Paul Murtha. Originally sung by Gene Wilder in the
1971 movie classic "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate
Factory," this timeless song has remained a
favorite ever since. This setting in a flex-band
format is based on the version sung by Timothée
Chalamet for the movie "Wonka" and features lush
harmonies and an appealing pop groove. Magical!
11571746 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Band Set & Score ePrint. . . . . 74.80
Rippling Watercolors (Flexible Instrument-
ation)—Brian Balmages. While many often
underestimate the extensive colors, harmonies,
and emotional ranges available to younger
ensembles, this stunning lyrical work sets
out to explore these very qualities and more.
While playable by middle school bands, this is
a fully expressive work that is equally at home
with mature ensembles. Gorgeous! With this
flexible arrangement, conductors no longer
need to choose between function and texture.
Ensembles with instrumentation challenges still
have numerous options to cover all parts, yet
orchestration is elevated significantly to be faithful
to the composer's original intent. Musicians have
more opportunities to rest, and timbre once again
becomes a central element of the work. It's the
best of both worlds: flexible and colorful! (4:00)
11535685 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
S'vivon!—arr. Laura Estes. This arrangement is a
wonderful addition to the holiday repertoire. It has
spirit and features a few twists and turns that make
it unique. The percussion is featured, including the
use of finger cymbals. Your winds will also enjoy
the opportunity for rhythmic handclaps that really
bring an element of fun to this piece!
11576706 Band Set & Score Flexible
Instrumentation . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
Tale of the Sword (Flexible Instrumentation)—
Tyler S. Grant. Introduce or reinforce 6/8 time
while portraying the Viking conquests! Using
minimal rhythmic motivic material, this work
creates an epic cinematic soundscape. Students
get to create the sounds of ocean waves as driving
ostinatos propel listeners to dramatic musical
scenes. Supplemental Rhythm & Melody sheets
are included to make the most of your students'
journey into 6/8. Intense and extremely engaging!
Flex band version.
11569421 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . 75.00
Tripwire (Flexible Instrumentation)—JaRod
Hall. This clever work offers some extraordinary
colors as a spy attempts to infiltrate enemy
defenses. From the sneaky beginning melody to
the loud and raucous rips that follow later on, this
is an incredible change of pace for any concert.
With this flexible arrangement, conductors
no longer need to choose between function
and texture. Ensembles with instrumentation
challenges still have numerous options to cover
all parts, yet orchestration is elevated significantly
to be faithful to the composer's original intent.
Musicians have more opportunities to rest, and
timbre once again becomes a central element of
the work. It's the best of both worlds: flexible and
colorful! (3:00)
11535686 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
Wingspan (Flexible Band)—Nathan Daughtrey.
Prepare to take flight with a fledgling bird as it is
nudged out of the nest for the first time. This flex
version of the adventurous work for developing
band is filled with soaring melodies and rhythmic
excitement as we all learn to fly from nest to
blue skies to stormy weather and back. Your
percussionists will thank you for their active,
engaging parts!
11570224 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Ye Banks and Braes o' Bonnie Doon (Flex
Band)—arr. Michael Sweeney. This tender and
mournful Robert Burns song remains a favorite
with ensembles of all levels. Even in this easy
flex format scored for four parts, the arrangement
provides ample variety in textures and musicality
with effective emotional pacing.
11571817 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . 55.00
M E D I U M - E ASY
All I Want for Christmas Is You (Flex Band)—
Mariah Carey & Walter Afanasieff/arr. Michael
Brown. Cowritten and recorded by Mariah
Carey in 1994, this familiar tune has become a
perennial holiday favorite. Scored for flexible
instrumentation, this appealing arrangement
features the moderate swing style of the original
following the opening rubato section. Easy to learn
and sure to brighten up any concert.
11571748 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Bandtopia (March)—Matthew R. Putnam. Your
developing band will sound capable right away
with this tuneful traditional march. All of the
hallmarks of what makes a great march are here
to give you limitless teaching opportunities.
11576705 Band Set & Score
Flexible Instrumentation . . . . . 70.00
Brace for Impact—Christina Huss. Driving and
high-intensity from start to finish - comfortable
ranges along with excellent use of repetition and
unison rhythms make this piece highly accessible
and will have your young band sounding full and
mature. A hot percussion feature adds to the
excitement. This high-octane gem is the perfect
opener or closer to your concert program!
11576707 Band Set & Score
Flexible Instrumentation . . . . . 70.00
Buckets Full of Christmas Joy—arr. Larry
Clark. Feature your percussion section on found
instruments such as paint cans, metal trashcans,
and metal pipes with this fun, Latin-influenced
mashup of holiday favorites. All sections have
an opportunity to shine on the melody, and some
creative rhythmic tricks will have the players and
audience moving in their seats.
11576709 Band Set & Score
Flexible Instrumentation . . . . . 70.00
Captain Courageous—Rob Romeyn. This bold
and regal fanfare will have developing bands
sounding beyond their years. Opening with a
powerful declarative statement, memorable
melodic lines then follow, making this the perfect
vehicle for contest and festival use. Dynamic and
heroic, it provides a wonderful musical experience
for all. Scored for flexible ensemble.
11571894 Band Set & Score
Flexible Instrumentation . . . . . 70.00
Centrifugal Force—Sean O'Loughlin. Just as
the title suggests, this exciting original work is
full of push-and-pull contrasts between musical
concepts that will have the audience pinned to the
backs of their seats. Open voicings give the piece
its fresh and mysterious sound.
11576708 Band Set & Score
Flexible Instrumentation . . . . . 70.00
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